The Acute Neuromuscular Responses to Cluster Set Resistance Training: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cluster sets (CSs) are a popular resistance training (RT) strategy categorised by short rest periods implemented between single or groups of repetitions. However, evidence supporting the effectiveness of CSs on acute intra-session neuromuscular performance is still equivocal.

Objective

The objective of this investigation was to determine the efficacy of a single session of CSs to attenuate losses in force, velocity and power compared to traditional set (TS) training.

Methods

Screening consisted of a systematic search of EMBASE, Google Scholar, PubMed, Scopus and SPORTDiscus. Inclusion criteria were (1) measured one or more of mean/peak force, velocity or power; (2) implemented CSs in comparison to TSs; (3) an acute design, or part thereof; and (4) published

SUBMITTER: Latella C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6851217 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature